May 2024 Promotions

May 2024 Promotions

Congratulations to the following cadets on their promotions this month! If your name is listed and you were absent, please see 2Lt Tran Jacqueline on any Tuesday in the Officer’s Office to receive your new ranks.  

Big congratulations to WO2 Wheater and WO2 Rasheed for being promoted to Warrant Officer Second Class which is the second highest rank in the cadet program. Following their merit review board, they were identified as fitting candidates to lead the squadron.

Another big congratulations to F/Sgt Zhu for his Drum Major recognition!

Curious about how to qualify for promotions? Visit https://www.junobeachsquadron.com/83-resources and scroll down to “Promotions Checklist.” If you believe you are at the wrong rank or have any questions about promotions, please contact 2Lt Tran Jacqueline at jacqueline.tran@cadets.gc.ca and I’d be happy to look into your file.

Well done, cadets! We look forward to more promotions at the next CO’s Parade on June 4.

 LAST NAME, FIRST INITIAL, NEW RANK

Brar, G LAC

Lefebvre, L LAC

Panwar, R LAC

Singh, H LAC

Smith, A LAC

Eizlini-Kjar, S Cpl

Galvis, J Cpl

Khairzad, M Cpl

Kooiman, M Cpl

Ng, S Cpl

Norris, C Cpl

Olabiyi, I Cpl

Paulino, C Cpl

Vaid, N Cpl

van den Camp, D Cpl

Wallace, D Cpl

Weber, M Cpl

Atayiu, L Sgt

Zhu, P Band Major

Wheater, J WO2

Rasheed, A WO2

Important Music Level Testing Update - NEW DATE Sat, May 25, 2024

To all cadets registered for Music Level Testing, please find important information below.

We were recently advised that due to the volume of cadets across the region looking to complete their music testing, they have opened a second date to accommodate everyone. Our squadron’s music level testing date has been pushed to Sat, May 25, 2024 same time 0800hrs to 1500 hrs.

A MS Teams link will be emailed to each cadet’s Cadet 365 email and is provided below. You are required to ensure you have access to your account.

Please note the following details provided to us:

1. Your cadet is expected to arrive on time and be ready for testing
2. The cadets are required to have the following ready for time of testing
- Working Webcam
- Working Microphone, that can capture the tone of there musical instrument
- Should the cadet have technical difficulties we may have to stop and test, and unfortunately may not be able to reschedule.
3. Due to the high volume of cadet wishing to level test we will not be able to test cadets for multiple instruments
4. Once your cadet has clicked on the below link at the specified time the cadet will go in to the level testing que. Please note depending on cadets in the que they may sit in the digital waiting room. This is very normal for a level test and we ask that cadets are patient while they wait.

https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ODRjM2FiMDItYjk1Zi00MjNhLThiYzUtOGQyM2Y1ZGFmM2M1%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22ab126afb-e60c-4e2f-b6cf-c7350c76dc84%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22ac7d430b-e9a9-4d70-8b64-3e4b2d2ee664%22%7d

The following cadets are registered:

Caswell, J Clarinet
Gonzalez, M Clarinet
Goyal, B Flute
Havkin, E Tenor Saxophone
Loonskin, D Clarinet
MacMillan, T Clarinet
Olabiyi, I Clarinet
Olabiyi, R Trumpet
Wabick, A Percussion

Upcoming Events - May 2024

Lots of exciting events coming up in May! Here’s a quick recap (as of April 27) to keep everyone informed.

Sat, May 4: MRU Aviation Day (Not affiliated with our squadron)
1000hrs to 1500hrs
MRU Springbank Campus (143 MacLaurin Drive Springbank, AB)
Interested in pursuing a career in aviation? MRU Springbank Campus is hosting a free event for all ages. Registration is required. Capacity is limited. https://www.mtroyal.ca/ProgramsCourses/FacultiesSchoolsCentres/Business/Programs/BachelorofAviationManagement/aviation-day.htm?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaaBPAVj2n-j1IYN2E3rejalxIqGGNucXNkRtdnk4c9AIqBdgXU4I8wjIFk_aem_AcX6lEDc8O6zmylAo066UN7CmmLqj5wjzV33JJv9gv4VUDodraHQJtc5zjF4lVOfHGlugdFHEUpmg5I7k2zR2TcE

Sat, May 11: Drill Team Competition
More details to come. All inquiries are to be directed to CV Lattery

Sun, May 12: Gliding Day
Netook Airport
More details and sign up form to come. All inquiries are to be directed to Captain Pritchard

Sun, May 12: Music Level Testing
0800hrs to 1500hrs
Virtual on MS Teams
Not limited to cadets in band. All inquiries are to be directed to 2Lt Tran Jacqueline. Extended deadline to register! Email 2Lt Tran by May 4 at 8 pm to participate. Jacqueline.tran@cadets.gc.ca

Tues, May 14: Uniform Night at LHQ
1815hrs to 2100hrs
Wear civies to cadets and bring your full blue uniform! All cadets will learn how to properly maintain their uniforms.

Mon, May 20: Long weekend STANDOWN. No cadets.

If you have any questions, email our admin officer at 83junobeach@gmail.com and it will be forwarded to the appropriate officer.

Tues, May 14 - Uniform Night

On Tues, May 14, we will be hosting a Uniform Night. Cadets are asked to show up in Civies (civilian clothing) and bring your Blue Uniforms on hangers/garment bag. Boots can be carried or placed in a box.

Bring the following items with you:

1. Entire Blue Uniforms (Tunic, Blue Shirt, Pants, Boots, Tie)

2. Those with long hair - hair gel, hair elastics, bobby pins, hair net, hair spray, brushes, combs.

3. Shoe polishing kit (Recommended brand - Kiwi Polish and Cloth) Sample images/links below. You can purchase these at most Shoppers Drug Mart, Walmart or Superstore)

https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Kiwi-Shoe-Care-Wax-Shoe-Polish-44-Giant-Size-2-5-Oz-44-Black/10075413

https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/kiwi-shoe-shine-cloth/6000196796659

*SENIORS ONLY (F/Sgts and Above) - please bring ironing boards and irons.*

During this evening, cadets will learn how to properly maintain and work on their uniforms in preparation for ACR (Annual Ceremonial Review) which marks the end of a training year and is a showcase for the accomplishments of cadets in the squadron. Each ACR is presided over by a Reviewing Officer (RO), and a representative from the Air Cadet League of Canada. All cadets with long hair are also invited to learn how to properly groom your hair.

Uniform Resources: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/cadets-junior-canadian-rangers/cjcr-policy/cjcr-dress-instructions.html